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Heard on: Albany NY Fire-Tac Group Calls · 6 days ago
02:58
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Dispatcher, Engine 97 en route to the call. Crew of four to interior. Dispatcher, show Engine 98 arriving on scene establishing Westmere fire command. The building is not evacuated and will be investigated. Engine 67 waiting for instructions. Multiple units including Tower 99, Engine 96, and Engine 67 at Crossgates Mall. Activated alarm head found with no smoke or fire. Attempting reset. Command held with Engine 97; all other units back in service.
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Fire crews investigate alarm at Crossgates Mall

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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a possible fire alarm activation at Crossgates Mall in Albany. Crews investigated after an alarm head was found to be triggered but no smoke or fire was observed. The system was reset and the incident was held with one engine, with other units released.

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Crossgates Mall Rd, Albany, NY 12203
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